Ford F15a Vehicle identification

[Hanno Spoelstra]

Originally posted by Tim Berry
I have heard stories that Ford stamped the chassis with a serial number but have been unable to find anything on my truck.

Tim,

Some years ago this question came up on the Old MLU Forum as well - read the thread "Serial Numbers on Frames". From this we learn that the late Peter Ford (CMP INFOEX) issued a sheet on 29 march 1987, which shows stamped serials as follows:

- Cab 11 & 12: LH frame rail under cab, on vertical face of rail.
- Cab 13 (but not all): LH frame rail under cab, on vertical surface, adjacent to cab mount.
- Cab 13: RH frame rail ahead of rear spring rear bracket, on vertical surface.

Although my F15A has the data plates I checked the frame last because the serial number needs to be stamped on the frame to get it registered here in the Netherlands. I looked at the places mentioned above, but could not find anything. I guess there are always exceptions to the rule

Who can tell whether or not chassis frames always / sometimes / never had the chassis number stamped on?
Was there a difference in Chevrolet / Ford practice?

Regards,
Hanno